- Less than 2 years of experience (Entry level)
- BTEC Higher National Diploma, Diploma of Higher Education
- Emergency Services

Recruitment is the gateway to chance — for people, departments, and our city.

Posted on 29/07/2026

Overview

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) iscurrently recruiting up to five (5) Primary Care Paramedics (PCP) to join ourdynamic team. Successful candidates will provide high-quality pre-hospital careand contribute to the overall mission of protecting and serving the citizens ofLethbridge.

Job Posting

STATUS: Full Time Permanent

HOURS OF WORK: 42 hours per week

PAY RATE: $39.80 per hour

POSITIONS: Up to 5 positionsavailable

Employees will begin their career with LFES in thededicated EMS division. During your employment, you will have the opportunityto progress between career streams:

STATUS: Full Time Permanent

HOURS OF WORK: 42 hours per week

PAY RATE: $39.80 per hour

POSITIONS: Up to 5 positionsavailable

Career Streams:

Employees will begin their career with LFES in thededicated EMS division. During your employment, you will have the opportunityto progress between career streams:

DedicatedEMS Division

- Workexclusively as a Paramedic in emergency medical services at yourdesignation of PCP.
- Focus onpatient care, clinical excellence, and advancing your skills as aparamedic.
- Optionwill exist to remain dedicated to EMS operations for the entirety of yourcareer without fire suppression responsibilities.

IntegratedFire-EMS Division

- Transitionfrom the dedicated EMS division and begin fire training to qualify forthe role of Paramedic Firefighter within the LFES integrated Fire and EMSdivision.
- Expandyour expertise to include fire suppression, rescue operations, andintegrated emergency response.
- Entryinto the Integrated Fire-EMS Division will be based on availablevacancies. Prior to being eligible to fill one of these vacancies,



youwill be required to complete the LFES Fire Academy. Scheduling of theacademy will be at the discretion of LFES Administration based onoperational needs and internal eligibility criteria.

What You Bring to the Table:

Weare looking for a results-oriented team member who demonstrates professionalismand is committed to providing exemplary public service. We invite you to joinour diverse and innovative organization, which offers people the opportunity tomake a difference.

Qualifications & Experience:

- ProvincialRegistration: Candidatesmust be registered with the Alberta College of Paramedics as Primary CareParamedic (PCP). Applications without this registration will not be accepted.

- PhysicalRequirements: Proofof successful completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation(F.A.R.E) must be submitted prior to being offered a position. Evaluations canbe booked at:

- Driver'slicense: MinimumClass 4 in the province of Alberta.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

TheCity of Lethbridge serves a community of over 100,000 residents and iscommitted to delivering fire, rescue and emergency medical services that earnthe trust, respect and confidence of the community. Lethbridge is one of thewarmest and most sun-filled locations in Canada, is only two hours south ofCalgary and is close to the Rocky Mountains and the U.S. border. We enjoyfamily-oriented neighbourhoods and have a wide array of recreational andcultural activity choices.

AdditionalInformation:

Ifshortlisted, candidates will be scheduled for the following:





- Behaviouraldescriptive job interview
- Medicalwritten exam and scenario testing
- Writtenpsychological evaluation exams
- WrittenFirefighter Aptitude exam

Qualifiedcandidates are invited to submit a complete application package as one (1) PDF,with the following:

- CoverLetter
- Resume
- Documentationconfirming registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics
- Driver’sabstract (dated within 3 months of the close of this posting)
- PoliceInformation Check with vulnerable sector search (dated within 3 months of the close of this posting)
- F.A.R.E.test results (proof of successful completion within 6 months of the close of this posting)

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stage of thehiring process will undergo a psychological interview assessment in person.Successful candidates will also be required to pass a comprehensive medicalassessment.

Process Timeline (dates subject tochange):

- Posting closes: August 19th
- Testing/Interviews: August 31st - September 3rd
- Successful candidates will be contacted byOctober 1st
- Start date: To be determined

Forfurther information on this opportunity, please contact:

Fire Administration Office at or

ClosingDate: August 19, 2026, at 4:00PM MST

Allapplicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selectedfor interviews will be contacted.

The City of Lethbridge ( proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi(Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani(Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the MétisNation of Alberta.

The City of Lethbridge recognizesthe diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services,facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.

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